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The purpose of the Fire Mechanics Section is to promote standardization of fire apparatus and equipment preventative maintenance, improve safety standards and practices, promote workshops, conferences, and seminars related to the purposes of this Section, and to promote cost savings through standardization of building and equipment purchasing and maintenance.

RECENT FIRE MECHANIC NEWS

Posted: Jul 26, 2021

New Technologies for Aerial Fire Trucks

How safe is your aerial? From SMART controls technology to short jacking, centralized command seats and pedestals, new technology is helping make today’s aerials safer than ever before. In this webinar, we’ll discuss new aerial technologies and how to specify them in your next aerial apparatus. Our job at Rosenbauer is to help you save lives and protect property, and an aerial apparatus is a key component to that. 

Join this webcast to learn:

  • New technologies for aerial fire trucks
  • How to spec new technology for your next aerial
  • New trends in aerial specifications
  • Safety features for fire truck aerials
  • Working with your dealer to specify an aerial fire truck

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Posted: Jul 26, 2021

VIKING Shield Offers Three-in-One Protection for First Responders

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment launches fully certified, three-in-one protective gear so first responders can be ready for wildland fires, technical rescue/extrication or emergency medical operations.

The VIKING Shield is a new generation of multi-purpose protective gear that allows crews answering emergency calls to get underway assured of having the gear that is fit-to-purpose, whatever lies ahead.

The challenges are growing with more frequent and larger wildland fires and frequent exposure to bloodborne pathogens during emergency rescues. VIKING Shield is the only gear certified by UL as compliant with NFPA 1977, 1951 and 1999 standards, offering bloodborne pathogen protection for technical rescue/extrication and emergency medical operations.

“Three-in-one protection is part of the design for the VIKING Shield,” said Grant Grinstead, Fire Segment Sales Manager, VIKING Life-Saving Equipment. “The Gore® SR moisture barrier liner protects against water ingress, bloodborne pathogens and chemicals for crews responding to vehicle extrications and emergency medical operations. For wildland fires, push buttons snap the liner out, making the VIKING Shield an NFPA 1977-compliant wildland garment.”

The Gore® SR moisture barrier is a lightweight film laminated to a substrate, which is both durable and tear resistant while remaining comfortable against the skin. The VIKING Shield’s outer shell is made from Safety Components Sigma™ with a comfort twill weave and a unique blend of fibers to provide the resistance to flame spread and fire required for NFPA compliance.

As well as being multi-functional, VIKING Shield gear is tailored to fit responders rather than being limited to standard sizes. “If it fits better and feels better, you can wear it longer,” commented Grinstead. “We develop gear with firefighters, conducting wear trials to evaluate real situations.”

“Hardworking firefighters deserve higher quality gear that’s better to wear than what’s on the market,” said Camilla Callesen, VIKING design engineer. “VIKING Shield gear is as lightweight and form-fit as we can make it, with no compromise on safety. All good gear starts with extensive research,” she says.

The collaborative approach set VIKING apart, he said, when it came to details such as waterproof press buttons and zippers, and lay-flat pockets on pants and coats. VIKING has also added a shoulder pad design to make coats more comfortable for responders wearing heavy equipment or backpacks. Departments have a choice of traditional tan, black and dark navy blue, with dual color garments available for visibility.

“Firefighters out on the interstate may be called on when they don’t have full turnout gear on, or to rescues where heavily insulated turnout gear isn’t necessary,” said Grinstead. “Either way, VIKING Shield offers the triple-certified garment to cover the gap.”

About VIKING

VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S is a global leader in maritime, offshore and fire safety solutions.

We manufacture, market and service safety and fire-fighting equipment for passenger and cargo ships, offshore installations, offshore wind turbines, fishing vessels, navies, helicopter services, fire departments and leisure yachts around the world.

VIKING is a privately held corporation, founded in 1960. In recent years, VIKING acquired the Norwegian company Norsafe, whose lifeboats have been used around the world since 1904, and Drew Marine’s FSR division, one of the world’s three largest providers of Marine Fire Service.

www.VIKING-life.com

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Posted: Jul 26, 2021

Santa Fe (NM) Fire Vehicle Stolen by Man Allegedly on Meth

A 28-year-old man claiming he needed help getting gasoline allegedly stole a fire vehicle from Santa Fe (NM) firefighters who tried to help him, according to a report published by the Santa Fe New Mexican.

The newspaper reported the Santa Fe man asked firefighters who were helping another motorist for a ride to a gas station. After arriving at the gas station, Julio Avila allegedly jumped into another Chevrolet Colorado fire vehicle and sped away with firefighters trying to stop him. No firefighters were hurt in the incident, the newspaper reported.

Santa Fe County deputies stopped the suspect on Interstate 25 and Avila was told to exit the vehicle and was quickly arrested, the newspaper reported.

Methamphetamine was found on him along with another small bag of the drug in his backpack in back of the Dodge car he allegedly was originally driving when he encountered the firefighters, the newspaper reported.

The suspect was booked into Santa Fe County Jail on charges of robbery, two counts of aggravated battery, driving while intoxicated, possession of a controlled substance and reckless driving, the newspaper reported, adding that he told police he had consumed some of the meth before the incident.  

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Posted: Jul 26, 2021

Placer County (CA) Deploys Advanced-Technology Apparatus to Dixie Fire

The Placer County (CA) Sheriff’s Office hauled a truck—which could quite possibly be a game-changer for the fire industry—to the Dixie Fire to aid first responders, reports kcra.com.

The apparatus will serve as a central hub, connecting personnel on the ground. Officials say the mobile command vehicle can convert aerial surveillance to GPS signals, which would allow crews to know if the fire is growing and, if so, in what direction.

In addition, the GPS can help crews determine the best time to issue evacuation orders.

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Fire Mechanics Section Board

Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Chair

Elliot Courage
North Whatcom Fire & Rescue
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Vice Chair

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Vice Chair

Mike Smith 
Pierce County Fire District #5
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Secretary

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Secretary

Greg Bach
South Snohomish County Fire & Rescue
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Director #1

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #1

Doug Jones
South Kitsap Fire & Rescue
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Director #2

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #2

Paul Spencer 
Fire Fleet Maintenance LLC
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Director #3

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #3

Jim Morris
Mountain View Fire Department
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Director #4

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #4

Arnie Kuchta

Clark County Fire District 6

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Director #6

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #6

Brett Annear
Kitsap County Fire District 18
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Director #5

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Director #5

Jay Jacks
Camano Island Fire & Rescue
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Legislative Representative

Posted: Oct 21, 2015

Legislative Representative

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Immediate Past Chair

Posted: Oct 20, 2015

Immediate Past Chair

Brian Fortner
Graham Fire & Rescue

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